Panasonic TS6 vs Pentax K-70

In this write-up, we will be contrasting the Panasonic TS6 vs Pentax K-70, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by competitors Panasonic and Pentax. There is a considerable difference between the sensor resolutions of the TS6 (16MP) and K-70 (24MP) and the TS6 (1/2.3") and K-70 (APS-C) use totally different sensor measurements.

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The TS6 was launched 17 months prior to the K-70 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic TS6 being a Compact camera and the Pentax K-70 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before diving straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a concise summation of how the TS6 grades versus the K-70 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6 & Pentax K-70. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic TS6 Gallery & Pentax K-70 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry around your camera, you should think about its weight and size. The Panasonic TS6 features outer measurements of 110mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") along with a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs) while the Pentax K-70 has specifications of 126mm x 93mm x 74mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 2.9") having a weight of 688 grams (1.52 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you select at that moment. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the TS6 and the K-70.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the TS6 and K-70 is 91 and 62 respectively.

Often, it is hard to envision the difference between sensor sizes just by reading specifications. The image here will offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the TS6 and K-70.

Plainly, each of these cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The TS6 due to its tinier sensor will make achieving bokeh more difficult and the Pentax K-70 will offer greater detail utilizing its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The more aged TS6 is going to be behind in sensor tech.